Black on Shelf
The Black on Shelf podcast episodes will inspire and empower you as Tenaj chats with emerging Black and Brown founders who will share their compelling stories, as well as leading Black and Brown industry experts sharing insights on how to build your brand and get your business retail-ready.Tenaj will also feature a special solo series titled “The Check-out” to share reviews on new, trending, and interesting products that she discovers during her product hunting trips in-stores and online! The Black on Shelf podcast will also open up the floor to the Black on Shelf community to share their personal favorite Black and underrepresented product finds! We tend to go for products and services we can easily relate to...things created with us in mind. It is time to put an end to the struggle of finding these products. It is time to champion and uplift the true VIPs and get all things black and brown on the physical and digital retail shelves!
Episodes
38 episodes
EP 37: Psyche Terry, Urban Hydration - When Business Creates Global Impact
It is a beautiful thing to do life with your loved ones while impacting the world. In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Psyche Terry, CEO and Founder of Urban Hydration, a Black and family-...
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Episode 37
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50:14
EP. 36 Marx & Amber Succes, Côtier Brand - Bringing the Fun and Games to the Party
It is often said that failure is a crucial part of success, and my guests, Marx and Amber Succes, can definitely relate. This dynamic duo shares their story of launching Côtier, a party goods company. Their success story is far from a walk in t...
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Episode 36
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1:29:54
Ep 35: Renaldo Webb, PetPlate - A Fresh Perspective on Pet Food
A dog is a man’s best friend, and we see that sentiment reflected in how we invest in the care of our pets, from medical care and clothing to accessories and pet food. Today’s guest is Renaldo Webb, Founder and Chief Product Officer at PetPlate...
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Episode 35
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1:09:48
EP 34: Brittany Golden, IGL Nails - Press-on for the Culture
Today’s guest is Brittany Golden, and one word that describes her is "survivor". She teaches us that even though life is full of curveballs, and tough times don’t discriminate, resilience will lead you to a state of thriving. That mindset took ...
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Episode 34
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53:22
EP 33: Bianca Rush, Sassy Caps - Protecting Hair Versatility
Today’s episode is sure to keep you engaged! My guest Bianca Rush is a go-getter who knows what she wants and goes for it! Her parents were very instrumental in her financial goals, and they ensured that she understood the value of a dollar. By...
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Episode 33
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58:36
EP 32: Chef Liz Rogers, Creamalicious - Flavor Inspired by Southern Culture
It is not unusual to hear a rallying call for individuality and the message that you have the freedom to become who you want to be. Fulfilling the dream of one’s parents is often frowned upon, but in Chef Chef Liz’s case, it has been one of the...
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Episode 32
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EP 31: Calvin Quallis, Scotch Porter- Finding Fulfillment in Entrepreneurship
In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Calvin Quallis, Founder and CEO of Scotch Porter, a men’s personal care brand. His journey to entrepreneurship can be traced back to his childhood working with his mom who owned a one-s...
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Episode 31
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58:29
EP 30: Jasmin Foster, Be Rooted - Representation in Business
Life does not always go as we plan, but when you are walking on purpose, it will always make sense at the end of the day. For this episode, I chatted with Jasmin Foster, founder of Be Rooted, a stationery company creating a spa...
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Episode 30
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1:13:25
EP 29: Brianna Arps, Moodeaux- Pioneering Clean Luxury Fragrance
Failure is never the end. You can turn losses into wins.In today's episode, I chatted with Brianna Arps, Founder of MOODEAUX, a clean luxury fragrance label that combines scent and skincare. After being unexpectedly laid off fr...
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Episode 29
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55:32
EP 28: Akua Netty, Berry Bissap- Starting to Scaling in Beverage
Starting small is not a crime! In today’s episode, I chatted with Akua Kyerematen Nettey, Founder and CEO of Berry Bissap, a company producing all-natural West African spiced hibiscus drinks. Akua’s story is one for the books. ...
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Episode 28
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1:10:58
EP 27: Jayne Allen, Black Girls Must Die Exhausted - Navigating No
Don’t take no for an answer! Bridge the gap between your dreams and your reality.In today’s episode, I chatted with Jayne Allen, a writer, serial entrepreneur, and Harvard-trained attorney. I am almost certain that you may be w...
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Episode 27
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1:07:28
EP 26: Wendy & Eugenia, ConditionHER - Inspiration From a Personal Pain - Point
Who would have ever thought a night out with friends could inspire a revolutionary intimate skincare brand?In today’s episode, I chatted with Wendy Rose Berry, CEO and Co-founder of ConditionHER, and Eugenia Marshall, COO and C...
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Episode 26
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1:10:24
Ep 25: Barbara Jacques, JACQ'S Clean skincare- Journey to Sustainable & Self-funded
On today’s episode, I chatted with Barbara Jacques, Founder and Creative Director of JACQ'S, a vegan and clean beauty skincare line for women of color. Barbara shared how her childhood, past experiences, and a health diagnosis propelled her int...
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Episode 25
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1:26:05
Ep 24: Jory Luster & Resa Luster, Luster Products, Inc - Evolving With Shifting Times
Building a multi-generational business takes intentionality and an unrelenting vision. In today’s episode, I chatted with Jory Luster, President and CEO of Luster Products, Inc., the world’s leading African-American-owned manuf...
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Episode 24
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1:16:17
Ep 23: Hannah Diop, Sienna Naturals - Creating Clean High-Performance Hair Care
Growing up in a community where textured hair is misunderstood and labeled difficult to tame is an experience many textured hair women can relate to. In today’s episode, I chatted with Hannah Diop, Founder, and CEO of Sienna Naturals, a...
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Episode 23
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49:52
Ep 22: Ibraheem Basir, A Dozen Cousins - The Business of Taste, Health, and Culture
Our childhood experiences have major influences on our present and future, and although some of our childhood experiences were not pleasant, we can always chart a new course by learning from the past and shooting for the stars aiming for greate...
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Episode 22
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50:34
Ep 21: Nyakio Greico, Nyakio Beauty & Thirteen Lune- Building Inclusive Beauty Brands
Nyakio Greico, is a serial beauty Entrepreneur, Founder of Nyakio Beauty and Thirteen Lune. In this episode, Nyakio and I talked about her resilient twenty-year journey in the beauty industry, and how she is not afraid of making ...
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Episode 21
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44:59
Ep 20: Julissa Prado, Rizos Curls - Proudly Leading Latina Curls to the Forefront
This week, I spoke to Julissa Prado, Founder and CEO of Rizos Curls, a clean hair care line aimed at embracing and celebrating the beauty of curls, coils, and waves. Julissa was born and raised in Los Angeles; she is a first-generation American...
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Episode 20
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58:33
Ep 19: Margaret Nyamumbo, Kahawa 1893 Coffee - Energizing Women's Empowerment by the Cup
This week, I spoke to Margaret Nyamumbo, Founder and CEO of Kahawa 1893 Coffee, a brand of Kenyan coffee ethically sourced by women farmers. The heartbeat of Kahawa 1893 Coffee is Margaret’s passion for empowering women and ending the cycle of ...
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Episode 19
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57:05
Ep 18: Chrishon Lampley, Love Cork Screw - Like Wine, Business Gets Better With Time
This week, I spoke to Chrishon Lampley, négociant and CEO of Love Cork Screw, a wine and lifestyle brand. Love Cork Screw is an unconventional brand that is committed to producing a quality experience. It is more than just wine; it is a movemen...
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Episode 18
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Ep 17: Idia Lanlokun, Ola & Mide - Starting up in eCommerce
This week, I spoke to Idia Lanlokun of Ola and Mide, a sustainable children’s brand that specializes in silicone bibs, spoons, and bowls that honors all shades of melanin. Ola and Mide’s brand name is inspired by her children’s names Olawale an...
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Episode 17
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57:23
Ep 16: Christian Sargent- Vicky Cakes - Turning up the Heat With Audacious Goals
This week, I spoke to Christian Sargent, CEO & Co-founder of Vicky Cakes, the first black-owned, dairy-free pancake, and waffle mix made with wholesome ingredients. Vicky Cakes was named after Christian’s mother, who became a single mother ...
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Episode 16
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1:37:09
Ep 15: Ericka & William, Puzzles of Color - Putting the Process Together
This week, I spoke to Ericka Chambers and William Jones, Co-Founders of Puzzles of Color, a company that brings artists of color to thousands of homes through frameable jigsaw puzzles. The company’s mission is to provide tech-free entertainment...
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Episode 15
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Ep 14: Kevin Curry, Fit Men Cook - Influencer to Brand Dominance
This week, I spoke to Kevin Curry, founder of FitMenCook. FitMenCook is an online community that inspires men and women to eat healthily and stay fit by providing healthy recipes. Kevin prides himself in creating recipes that are, in h...
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Episode 14
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57:09
Ep 13: Angela Richardson, PUR Home - Rethinking Clean
This week, I spoke to Angela Richardson, CEO, formulator, and product developer of PUR Home, an eco-friendly, natural, and non-toxic household cleaning products brand. Angela founded PUR Home in 2017 after realizing that she didn’t see any all-...
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Episode 13
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